Why sponsor Y Victoria?

Our work changes lives. We know that together we can create a better tomorrow – where all people can belong. 

Every day, young people are inspired and empowered through our community programs, health and wellbeing services and social impact initiatives. Our annual events celebrate the transformative work done in our communities.

Partner with us to change lives.

You can make a real difference by sponsoring our programs, services or events. Yes, it's good corporate social responsibility. Yes, it improves your brand reputation. Because doing good, is good for business.

Types of sponsorships

Sponsorship opportunities

Sponsorship opportunities are available across our various programs, services and events.

  • Recreation: Increase your visibility and brand association by sponsoring our sport events, swimming lessons or skate competitions.

  • Education: Support our early education, outside school hours care programs and incursions to help us inspire and empower children and young people.

  • Community: Build your presence in the local community by supporting our community sports and school programs or our community events.

Help us make a greater impact with a sponsorship opportunity that aligns with your organisation.

Benefits of sponsoring us

Increase your reach

With over 12 million participations across our services in one year alone, the Y is an integral part of communities across Victoria – from inner city Melbourne to outer metro and regional locations. By sponsoring us, you have the opportunity to expose your business to our vast audiences.

Connect with varied audiences

Our audiences include children, young people, adults and seniors who have shared values in health and wellbeing, education, outdoor adventure, youth empowerment and community building. We're well-positioned to connect you with the right audience for your business.

Brand association

The YMCA is one of the world’s longest-running and largest youth-focused organisations. Together with Ys around the globe, our brand is recognised for our strong roots in local communities where we support people through all stages of life.

Fulfil social procurement requirements

Our social purpose and community values are at the heart of everything we do. Community sponsorships demonstrate your commitment to making a positive impact while creating value for your business.

Enhance your brand's visibility

Sponsoring the Y gives you the chance to amplify your brand in a variety of ways.

  • Onsite branding: Display your brand at our events or programs through signage, merchandise, distributed materials or naming rights.
  • Digital exposure: See your logo on our websites, social media platforms, or in digital content such as videos.
  • Networking: Access speaking opportunities at events and meet other like-minded businesses.
  • Cross-promotional opportunities: Team up with us for joint promotional campaigns or promotional discounts.
  • Media coverage: Gain potential media coverage through press releases or interviews.

 

Y Victoria staff stand in front of a board displaying logos of event sponsors: Bidfood, Cool Ridge and RBC Group.

Meet our sponsorship managers

We have a dedicated and experienced sponsorships team who can tailor a sponsorship opportunity to suit your business needs, goals and audience.

Emily Greco (Partnerships Manager)

Nicole Scott (Partnerships Manager)

Callum Muirhead (Sponsorship and Social Funding Manager)

Whether you're looking to provide in-kind sponsorship, financial sponsorship or get involved in one of our many events – we can work together to find the right opportunity that provides positive benefits both to your business and our communities.

 

Find out more about becoming a sponsor

Complete the form to get in touch with our partnerships team.

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